Cuenca
In a smart and beautifully decorated building on the plaza opposite the market of Mercado 9 de Octubre, flashpackers are catered for as much as…
Must-see hotels in South America
Santa Catarina
The pousada formerly known as Campeche Natur has been split into three inns – Naturezas de Floripa, Verde Natur and Old Beach – all looked after by the…
Salta
You may wonder whether the look of this place – all exposed concrete and urban-trendy design – works in colonial Salta, but its excellent, large and quiet…
Amazon Basin
This is the nicest of several good lodges on the La Merced–San Ramón road: vast peaceful grounds, its own private waterfall trail, large well-appointed…
Lima
The kind of effortlessly beautiful but comfortable old house that instantly feels like home. This Barranco boutique hotel is brimming with style, from the…
Inland Patagonia
Set on the remote Lago del Desierto by the Chilean border, this exclusive nature lodge provides a wonderous retreat into a silent lenga forest, with decks…
South Coast
Not far from the ‘beast’ of Lima’s southern suburbs lies the ‘beauty’ of El Molino, a lovingly tended hotel complex set on the banks of the Río Cañete on…
Bolivia
This really does feel like an oasis, with a lush garden, hammocks and a pretty balcony cafe. The riverside retreat offers grassy campsites, comfortable…
Colonia del Sacramento
At this whimsical guesthouse on Colonia's most historical square, friendly Brazilian photographer Eduardo has poured his creative genius into building a…
Búzios
In a dream location just off Orla Bardot, this 1940s-vintage hillside home is now a sweet pousada, offering six spacious and unique suites with high…
Ollantaytambo
Backed against the ruins, this modern lodge with a sprawling lawn is a real retreat, thanks to the welcoming staff, big breakfasts and the helpful…
Salta & the Andean Northwest
In a visually striking location 13km from Tafí, surrounded by hills great for hiking and horseback riding, this estancia has only the lowing of cattle to…
Huaraz & the Cordilleras
This rustic-chic inn in a gated mansion set back from the road has been thoughtfully decorated inside and out. It offers outstanding rooms verging on…
Amazonas
The deluxe lakefront cabins here stand dramatically on 15m stilts, connected by wood walkways, with huge screened windows and private patios. West-facing…
Punta del Este
Replete with vintage furniture, claw-foot bathtubs and checkerboard marble floors, this magical La Barra getaway features six luxurious high-ceilinged…
Capurganá & Sapzurro
Megapopular Gecko has simple wooden rooms that are great value; smarter options include rooms with air-con and private bathroom. The place is known for…
Rapa Nui (Easter Island)
Rapa Nui's most luxurious establishment, this property blends into a forested patch of volcano-singed countryside. Rooms, all overlooking the Pacific and…
Ollantaytambo
On the train platform, this romantic pit stop exudes Andean charm. Surrounded by green lawns with lush flowerbeds, tasteful tile rooms feature a dark…
Bogotá
A 22-room gem run by an Italian emerald dealer, this discerning option is a serious step up from the sea of hostels surrounding it. Rooms come in seven…
Uruguay
Surrounded by rolling open country 15km upriver from Mercedes, this estancia is one of Uruguay’s oldest and most welcoming. The spacious 1830 ranch house,…
Inland Patagonia
Simply lovely, this elegant boutique lodging sits head and shoulders above other hotels. Tasteful decor includes wood accents, warm woolen throws and…
Salvador
This fantastically colorful and homey place is run by professional artists with deep connections to the local music, dance and film community. Musicians…
Northern Patagonia
This smart 10-room hotel pampers with woolen slippers, hand-woven throws and rockers. There's even a swing set for kids. English-speaking owners Francisco…
São Paulo
Sleek, bright and minimalist, Emiliano is the city's best hotel. It's steeped in refined luxury, with local touches such as the lobby's lush suspended…
Ceará
The best place to stay in Redonda, the ten comfortable brick chalets of Oh! Linda Pousada are spread around spacious grounds on the clifftop that include…
Catamarca & La Rioja
There's space to spare at this peaceful but central hotel, which features handsome modern design and bags of facilities. Rooms are more than ample; some…
Punta del Este
Near Punta Ballena, this understatedly luxurious hilltop paradise is eclectically decorated with treasures from the owners’ world travels. The spacious…
Mendoza & the Central Andes
Occupying a large hilltop property with commanding views and blending Spanish mission-style architecture with contemporary design, this is indeed a grand…
San Antonio de Areco
It's worth staying over in Areco just so you can check in here. Lovingly run by a mother-daughter team and conveniently located near the main plaza, this…
Rio de Janeiro State
With a prime city center location opposite the Bohemia brewery, this town-house-turned-hostel has been a Petrópolis budget traveler's dream-come-true…
Bogotá
Taking flashpacker luxury to a new level, this large French-owned hostel has notably comfortable dorms, with privacy curtains, beanbags, and fluffy…
Northern Patagonia
A lovely cypress home located at the top of a steep staircase, this wonderful lodging boasts both modern style and family warmth, with a two-night minimum…
Minas Gerais
Near the valley’s far end, the delightfully tranquil Mandala boasts spacious rooms, verandas with hammocks, an ofurô (Japanese hot tub; per two people R…
Inland Patagonia
This stylish mountain hut borders an alpine lake facing Glaciar Cagliero, a privileged spot only available to those who make the 7km trek from the…
Lima
Why can't every hotel be like this? Service is personal, breakfasts are satisfying, and the style is modern, with authentic travel memorabilia to help…
Lake Titicaca
One of the smartest places in town, the hacienda-styled, three-star sister of Hotel Rosario in La Paz has charming modern rooms with solar-heated showers,…
Buenos Aires
This relaxed and friendly guesthouse is in a remodeled old house with high ceilings and a rustic artsy style, and has 10 private rooms (number 6, with a…
Northern Patagonia
Descendants of Belgian colonists run this sweet farmhouse with historic memorabilia and a garden hot tub. Renovated rooms feature central heating and…
La Paz
The professional, English-speaking staff at La Paz’s best three-star hotel pamper you with five-star treatment. The ultraclean rooms in the well…
Algodon Wine Estates Wellness Resort
Mendoza & the Central Andes
Luxurious bodega owned by a former professional golfer with spacious and sophisticated rooms in a classic finca-style lodge. Guests can play on the estate…
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